Serving 24 students in grades 1-5, Crosby Educational Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crosby Educational Academy's student population of 24 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Crosby Educational Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosby Educational Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
17%
10%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosby Educational Academy's ranking?
Crosby Educational Academy is ranked #625 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Crosby Educational Academy?
24 students attend Crosby Educational Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Crosby Educational Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crosby Educational Academy?
Crosby Educational Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crosby Educational Academy offer ?
Crosby Educational Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crosby Educational Academy part of?
Crosby Educational Academy is part of Pittsfield School District.
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